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Vendors Wanted for Fall Fair

Art, craft, farmer's market and flea market vendors are wanted for the Friends of the Library's 6th annual Fall Fair on Sat., Sept. 21, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., rain or shine. Spaces are $35 each and must be reserved in advance. Applications are available at the library or online (CLICK HERE) . Questions? Call Catherine at the library, 631.549.4411.

3D Printing Services

South Huntington patrons now have access to 3D printing services in our new Tech Center. They can print a pre-made design available online or create one with design software on the computers in the Tech Center. Patrons can submit files through the library's website. They will be advised of the fee and again when the item is complete and ready for pickup. To get started CLICK HERE to access our 3D Printing Resource Guide, policy and request form. For additional information, call Adult Reference at 631.549.4411.

Passport Services

The Library is an official Passport Acceptance Facility. Patrons applying for a new passport can make an appointment to have their paperwork processed and sent to the Department of State. Appointments are available every day but Sunday, including weekday evening hours. To make an appointment, please call Adult Reference at 631.549.4411. CLICK HERE for additional information.

Get Creative!

CreativeBug is the newest addition to our free online learning collection. It features hundreds of tutorials for all sorts of craft projects as well as printable instructions. To get started, CLICK HERE . You will need a South Huntington Library card.

New Film Streaming Service

Kanopy is a film streaming service that offers more than 30,000 of the world�s best films, including award-winning documentaries, rare and hard-to-find titles, film festival favorites, independent and classic films, and world cinema. Films can be streamed from any computer, mobile device, tablet, or television by downloading the Kanopy app for iOS, Android, Amazon Fire tablet, AppleTV, Chromecast, or Roku. Limit 8 checkouts per patron per month. To get started, CLICK HERE .

New Online Courses Available

Gale Courses provides a wide range of of highly interactive, instructor led courses that are taken entirely online. Courses are focused on professional development, technology skills, and personal enrichment. Courses run for six weeks and new sessions begin every month. A South Huntington library card is required. To get started, (CLICK HERE)

Check Out Hoopla!

Check out Hoopla, a digital media service that lets you instantly borrow free movies, music, audiobooks and more, 24/7 with your library card. CLICK HERE to get started.

Patrons can access content on their portable devices and personal computers in a web browser. Hoopla is also available by installing the mobile app from the appropriate app store. Limit 8 checkouts per patron per month. For more information, please ask a librarian.

E-books, Audiobooks on the Go: Meet Libby

Accessing e-books and audiobooks from the library is easier than ever with Libby. Simply download the free app, find the South Huntington Public Library and sign in with your library card barcode and PIN. Happy Reading!

Create. Share. Discover.

Create: Design your own books, newsletters, poetry, novels, and any other written content in digital and print-ready formats using Pressbooks. Start creating by logging in with your BiblioBoard Library username and password. (CLICK HERE)

Share: Authors, submit your e-book to SELF-e to have it showcased in the Indie New York Statewide Collection while retaining all rights to your work. Readers across the state can discover your work with the potential for national exposure. Submit your book to SELF-e now! (CLICK HERE)

Discover: Discover local content from self-published authors, top indie eBooks and so much more. Never experience a hold, checkout or lending limit. Download the BiblioBoard Library app for your Apple, Android or Kindle device now, or CLICK HERE

What's Cooking?

Do you have a fabulous recipe that everyone always asks for? Is there a traditional dish that no holiday is the same without? Share your original recipes, stories, photos and videos in the library's Community Cookbook, our newest digital collection -- created by you! To submit your items, CLICK HERE

Learn Something New Today: Lynda.com

Lynda.com is a free, online video library of top quality courses in topics such as computer programming, game design, Google Analytics, music production, 3D printing, Quickbooks, network administration, web design, photography, Photoshop, Microsoft programs from Access to Word, and much more. There are thousands of courses for all skill levels, and users can learn at their own pace. CLICK HERE to get started. You will need a South Huntington Library card to create your free account.

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